Your make-up is mostly done, all that's missing is a little mascara to complete the look. What could possibly go wrong? No sooner said than done. The mascara has smeared slightly on your eye, a classic. Another classic: you apply more mascara, thinking one more coat won't hurt, and suddenly your lashes clump together.
In this post, you'll learn a few useful tips on "how to apply mascara correctly" so that such mishaps don't happen to you in the future. Especially not when you haven't even had coffee at six in the morning and are on your way to work.
Applying mascara, the right way:
Your mascara achieves a visibly voluminous effect if you apply it to the top lashes first, then the bottom. You apply the product in quick zigzag motions. If you desire more density, you can also draw a thin eyeliner along the upper lash line to perfectly accentuate your eyes.
5 essential tips you surely wish you knew earlier
I don't need to tell you that mascara works wonders. True to the motto: Less is more! To ensure your lashes don't clump together even the slightest bit after applying mascara, there are a few things to keep in mind. I've summarized the most important points for you:
1. Choosing the right brush is crucial
Did you know that there's a specially designed brush for every lash type? I'll be honest, I didn't know that for a very long time, even though it's quite logical. After all, our lashes differ in length, density, and growth direction. For example, curved brushes help relatively short lashes appear optically longer. Fluffy brushes also achieve this wow effect. With a bushy brush, you can create plenty of volume. So, it's ideal if you desire denser lashes. And then there are also comb applicators, which are designed for particularly unruly lashes.
2. The right technique for beautiful make-up
To achieve perfectly curled lashes instead of clumpy ones, you should use the following method:
First, place the brush, matched to your lash type, at the upper lash line. Now, draw the tool with a certain speed in zigzag motions up to the tip. That's it. Depending on your preference, you could also apply mascara to your lower lashes. The golden rule here is: Less is more! If you apply your mascara too thickly, your eye will be visually pulled downwards.
And here's how to do it correctly: Hold the brush parallel to your eye. Then, starting at the lash line, slowly pull the tool down the lashes.
You don't want to jump on the spider lash trend?
Spider lashes may be trendy, but they're absolutely not your style? Then you should heed these four things:
- Absorb excess color with a tissue, then you can apply mascara to your lashes.
- Do not wipe the mascara on the container, as this will cause product residue to clump around the edge, which will then directly transfer to your lashes during the next application, making them much more likely to clump.
- Take breaks between coats, so the mascara can dry and you can better assess whether the next coat is really necessary.
- SOS – too much color on your lashes: Brush out the excess color with a clean brush (before it dries).
3. Use the perfect mascara
Just as there is the right brush for every lash type, there is also a different mascara for each type. A distinction is made here between mascara for short and brittle lashes.
Do you have rather shorter lashes? Then you should definitely opt for a good volumizing mascara, as it makes the lashes appear significantly denser. The trick here is to separate your lashes with a comb after applying mascara.
Do you tend to have brittle lashes? Do your lashes some good and try to avoid waterproof mascara as much as possible. Unfortunately, more than enough lash products easily dry out our fine hairs, which only further damages your already stressed lashes. Instead, try a cream mascara; it's perfect for sensitive lashes. Its nourishing ingredients, including beeswax, panthenol, and aloe vera, also speak for it.
Important: The eyelash curler is a great invention, no doubt, but it should be used as little as possible, as experience shows that sensitive lashes break more easily when curled.
My absolute tip: Our Volume Mascara with Hyaluronic Acid, because it not only visually lengthens your lashes but also nourishes them with its high-quality ingredients.
LongLashes · Volume Mascara with Hyaluronic Acid
4. Attention, spectacle wearers
The lenses of glasses either have a magnifying or a diminishing effect. If you wear glasses and like to use mascara, you should have heard this before:
- If you are farsighted, you should not apply too much mascara. Try to work as precisely as possible, as even small slips are clearly visible through the spectacle lens.
- However, if you are nearsighted, you can apply your mascara a little thicker.
5. Proper mascara removal is essential
Now you're probably wondering what you could possibly do wrong when removing make-up? The biggest mistake is actually not removing your make-up before going to bed. Even if it's so cozy and warm in bed, you should definitely fight your inner laziness. After all, you don't want dry eyes and broken lashes.
The skin around your eyes is very thin and sensitive, which is why you should use special removal products. However, these often don't stand a chance against waterproof mascara. In this case, only special oil-based removers will help.
3 common mistakes you'll avoid in the future
In addition to the tips we've given you, we'd like to point out potential pitfalls:
- Yes, it hurts, but mascara that is older than four to six months should definitely be discarded. Unfortunately, our favorite cosmetic product can turn into a veritable breeding ground for bacteria. Among other things, it can trigger itching, styes, and/or conjunctivitis.
- It's not selfish of you if you don't share your beloved mascara with your friends. Quite the opposite: when several people use the same product, microorganisms mix. Not only can bacteria settle in the mascara, but they can also be transmitted.
- Another no-go: Don't press too hard when applying mascara, otherwise the product will end up on your eyelid. We usually don't want mascara there. Simply clean your eyelid with a cotton swab if something does go astray.
Let's take stock
The right mascara makes your fine lashes, even if they are perhaps a little thinner and more sensitive, appear much more voluminous. This way, you achieve a natural lash lift. To prevent lashes from clumping, you should pay attention to a few things when applying the product, from choosing the right brush to quick zigzag motions. Once you know how to apply mascara correctly, it becomes much easier.
How did you like my post on "how to apply mascara correctly"? Did my tips help you? Or do you have other tips that I didn't mention? Feel free to write them in the comments. I look forward to it! 😊